- 100
Bernard Buffet
Estimate
15,000 - 20,000 EUR
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Description
- Bernard Buffet
- Le Melon
- signed Bernard Buffet and dated 50 (upper right)
- oil on paper laid down on canvas
- 50.2 x 65 cm ; 19 3/4 x 25 5/8 in.
Provenance
Galerie Drouant, Paris
Literature
Yves Le Pichon, Bernard Buffet 1943-1961, Paris, 1986, no. 144, illustrated p. 172
Condition
There are artists pinholes in the corners and in the centre of the upper edge. The paper is slightly buckled towards the corners and there is a minor tear in the upper left. There is a 10cm curved hairline horizontal scratch in the central fruit motif and a smaller one running towards the left edge. There is no evidence of retouching. This work is in overall good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."